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to this purpose. Even if he had had time, the divergence into historical details would, he believes, have detracted from the efficiency of his teaching. It must not be supposed that he attaches little value to authority and to literary detail — quite the contrary. Indeed, he makes much of such matters in his Systematic Lectures, where they find an appropriate place.
He has to thank Dr. Godson for assistance in passing the work through the press.
Finally, he expresses hope that Dr. Fordyce Barker will pardon the liberty he has taken of dedicating the work to him without previously asking his permission.
71, Brook Street, W.
November 1, 1879.
